June 26

June 26, 2006

Leadership Team Meetings Minutes

Attendance:

Jennifer Tempest Bova, Evelyn Dalenheim-Russell, Migdalia Diaz, Jim Gagne, Pat Garrity, JoAnn Jakubowski, Bruce Johnson, Theresa Loerch, Sali Martin, Michelle Michaels, Victor Morales, Liz Nelson, Mary Penich, Carlos Rodriguez, Ray Rose, Kathy Ryg, Sharon Sanders-Funnye, Lisa Sheppard, interns Doug Horn and Brendan Smith

I. Meeting called to order

II. Old Business

A. Underage Drinking Prevention

1. Report to Governor’s Alcohol Abuse Task Force – Bruce Johnson gave the group an overview of the IDHS grant received this spring and how it was used by the coalition. At the last Task Force meeting Bruce shared the coalition’s report (problem and solution priorities that were the result of the April 11th and 25th town hall meetings (website) and press releases (website). Bruce said they are currently working on a DVD, which will consist of the report, videotape of April 11^th town hall and pictures from April 25^th. Bruce indicated that his reporting had a positive impact on the group and as soon as the DVD is completed, copies will be sent to the Task Force (Directors and Secretaries of the State Police, Department of Human Services, and Department of Transportation).

2. Bruce also mentioned that at the Task Force meeting the Illinois Liquor Control Commission reported on a pilot program called TrAIL (Tracking Alcohol in IL). TrAIL is based on a program in California where an investigation takes place when underage alcohol consumption is suspected and an incident results in serious consequences. The goals are to prevent teens from drinking and driving, reinforce real consequences, prevent sales of alcohol to minors and build a coalition of partners. The Illinois Liquor Control Commission is looking at three pilot sites in Illinois and they want one to be a collar county of Chicago. Bruce lobbied for Lake County to be one of the pilot sites.

3. Underage Drinking Prevention Committee chaired by Liz Nelson – Liz announced that the first meeting of the Underage Drinking Prevention committee would be held on June 29^th at 3:30 p.m. at the Fremont Library. If you are interested in more information or would like to be part of the committee, please contact Liz at enelson@co.lake.il.us or 847-543-2854.

4. LCASC website – Theresa Loerch reported the information compiled from both town hall meetings is now available on the website. This information was also e-mailed to all those who attended the meetings who provided e-mail addresses.

B. Committee Reports

1. Membership Report – Lisa Sheppard reports there are currently 17 organizations and 74 individual paid memberships to date. Membership applications are currently available on the website. Liz Nelson and Joanne Jakubowski offered to update the LCASC brochure to include the website address.

2. Strategic Plan Report – Mary Penich reported the committee met to finalize the Letter of Invitation to the LCASC Advisory Board. The letters will be sent out from Roycelee Wood on ROE stationery to influential leaders in Lake County who support after school programs. Liz Nelson developed a Statement of Support which will be included with the letter. Letters will be mailed as soon as possible. Also discussed were the suggested bylaws changes to address “Board of Directors” and “Leadership Team” meeting terminology and functions. After discussion, it was recommended that the committee revisit these changes to reflect opinions and leadership input by non-board members on a consistent basis. (Statement of Support attached.)

3. Assessment – no report.

4. Youth Advisory – Sharon Sanders-Funnye announced that the Boys and Girls Club of Lake County has been commissioned as one of 10 Boys & Girls Clubs in the country to serve as pilot sites, which will identify issues that affect our community. Issues that have already been identified are: underage drinking, gang violence prevention, and truancy/drop out rates. BGCLC will lead a collaborative effort to ensure that the HAY (Helping America’s Youth) deliverables are met. Several LCASC organizations have already signed up to be a part of this process. As Youth Advisory Co-chair, the LCASC Youth Advisory Group will be involved, as well. For additional information on HAY, please visit the website - www.helpingamericasyouth.gov. More details will follow. For any questions, please contact Sharon at 847-249-0523.

5. Ad/Hoc/Event – Bruce Johnson reminded everyone that the 2^nd Annual LCASC meeting will take place on Thursday, October 5^th at the Crowne Plaza in Mundelein. The planning meeting for this event will be held on Tuesday, July 25^th at 1:30 p.m. at the Mundelein Police Department. A proposed agenda, speaker(s), menu, time, etc will be discussed. All are invited to attend or provide suggestions via e-mail for those unable to attend this meeting. Contact Bruce at bjohnson@nicasa.org.

III. New Business

A. Announcements

1. Kathy Ryg reported she and Chief Rose have a meeting set up with Lydia Taylor from the Illinois After-school Alliance to discuss the LCASC as a model for other legislators to partner with police departments to create a coalition in their communities.

2. Michelle Michaels reported the 3^rd Annual Girls-Wise Conference and Resource Fair held in May was successful with attendance of over 100 junior high girls.

3. Sharon Sanders-Funnye announced the 2^nd Annual Dare to Dream Day (College and Career Exploration for 5^th – 12^th grade students in Lake County) would take place on Monday, October 9^th from 10-4. This will be an opportunity for students to meet and talk with corporate professionals, college reps and guidance counselors to learn about a variety of careers. Sharon also mentioned the ACT PREP class will be available soon to prep high school juniors and seniors who will be taking the ACT test.

4. Sali Martin announced that UCAN is applying to the US Dept. of Health & Human Services’ Office of Family Assistance for a responsible fatherhood funding opportunity and had asked the LCASC for a letter of support, which was provided.

5. Pat Garrity announced the Say Yes to Success campaign sponsored by the Gearing Up for Teen Success coalition will take place in November 2006. More information will follow.

6. Debra Trude-Suter provided brochures for two professional development sessions sponsored by McCormick Tribune Center for Early Childhood Leadership: Summer Institute: July 31 – August 6, 2006 and Fall Institute: October 13-14, 2006. For more information, contact Debra at 847/947-5056 or debra.trudesuter@nl.edu Website: http://cecl.nl.edu

Upcoming meeting dates for the Lake County After School Coalition (at the Mundelein Police Department):

w Board of Directors meeting – Tuesday July 18, 2006

w Leadership Team meeting – Tuesday, August 15, 2006

2. Michelle Michaels reported the 3rd Annual Girls-Wise Conference and Resource Fair held in May was successful with attendance of over 100 junior high girls.

4. Sali Martin announced that UCAN is applying to the US Dept. of Health & Human Services’ Office of Family Assistance for a responsible fatherhood funding opportunity and had asked the LCASC for a letter of support, which was provided.

5. Pat Garrity announced the Say Yes to Success campaign sponsored by the Gearing Up for Teen Success coalition will take place in November 2006. More information will follow.

2. Michelle Michaels reported the 3^rd Annual Girls-Wise Conference and Resource Fair held in May was successful with attendance of over 100 junior high girls.